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AI.VII.O.S1FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Skills

Complete the appropriate checklist(s).

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Complete the appropriate checklist(s).

Bottom line

The descent checklist should be initiated upon leaving cruising altitude and completed before arrival in the terminal area. The pilot should ensure that the flaps and landing gear are in the proper configuration for the existing situation.

FAA references

  1. AIH ch. 3 (p. 3-34) — FAA-H-8083-9B
  2. PHAK ch. 2 (p. 2-12) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  3. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-20) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. AFH ch. 9 (pp. 9-27–9-28) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  5. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-21) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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